{"product_id":"1993-gibson-starburst-elite","title":"1993 Gibson Starburst Elite","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\" id=\"p-rc_f2dde1db202513ee-27\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-20 citation-end-20\"\u003eIntroduced in the early 1990s to mark the rebirth of Gibson's acoustic mastery at the then-new Bozeman, Montana facility, the Starburst series is one of the most visually arresting designs in the company's modern history.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-19 citation-end-19\"\u003eDesigned by luthier Ren Ferguson, the top-tier \"Elite\" model was built in strictly limited numbers, seamlessly blending striking \"stage-ready\" aesthetics with innovative, feedback-resistant engineering.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbdi class=\"source-title\"\u003e\u003c\/bdi\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container luminous-sources hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" id=\"p-rc_f2dde1db202513ee-28\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-18 citation-end-18\"\u003eThe Starburst Elite is constructed entirely from premium, highly figured maple.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-17 citation-end-17\"\u003eThis particular 1993 example features a gorgeous solid quilted maple top paired with a solid flame maple back and sides.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis choice of tonewood gives the guitar a beautifully crisp, articulate, and focused voice that cuts through a live mix with exceptional clarity, completely bypassing the muddy low-end rumble that often plagues larger acoustics when amplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_f2dde1db202513ee-29\"\u003eTrue to its \"Elite\" designation, the guitar boasts an extraordinary level of craftsmanship. \u003cspan class=\"citation-16 citation-end-16\"\u003eIt features full multi-ply binding on the top, back, neck, and headstock, alongside a bound ebony fingerboard and an ebony bridge.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-15 citation-end-15\"\u003eThe guitar's namesake is showcased through more than 30 intricate mother-of-pearl \"star\" inlays cascading down the fretboard and adorning the bridge and headstock.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-14 citation-end-14\"\u003eIt comes factory-equipped with an undersaddle piezo pickup and a subtle frame-mounted preamp near the neck heel, making it an absolute powerhouse for the performing musician.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container luminous-sources hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThis 1993 model is in excellent condition, showing only light surface swirling, some minor marks and minor gold plating wear on the tuners consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSupplied with the original Gibson acoustic hardshell case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guitar has been given a full service by our luthiers at the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Vintage Instrument Workshop\" href=\"https:\/\/thevintageinstrumentworkshop.com\/\"\u003eVintage Instrument Workshop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and includes a 2 year warranty. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56929029947770,"sku":null,"price":3495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0254\/1189\/files\/GibsonStarburstElite_2364b236-e09b-4a8a-a319-e7525b1a8f6d.jpg?v=1779963556","url":"https:\/\/notomguitars.com\/products\/1993-gibson-starburst-elite","provider":"No.Tom Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}